2025 Family Favorites Winners - Health and Wellness
The health of our families matters more than we can imagine and
in the Greater Fredericksburg area, there’s a wealth of health care
options for all of your needs. From dentists and orthodontists to OB/
GYNs, pediatricians and individual physicians the area has you and
your family covered in 2025.
Pediatric Practice
WINNER: ABC Pediatrics
I would like to thank all of our wonderful families for voting for our practice and for me in the 2025 Family Favorites Contest. It is a privilege to provide medical care for our families! Thank you!TOP PICKS
- Preferred Pediatrics
- Kids First Pediatrics
- Fall Hill Pediatrics
- Mary Washington Pediatrics
Family Practice
WINNER: Colonial Internal Medicine
Colonial Internal Medicine Associates is the area’s largest independent internal medicine and primary care practice for ages 16 and older. We proudly serve both the Fredericksburg and Stafford regions.TOP PICKS
- Mary Washington Primary Care
- Embracing Health
- Fredericksburg Christian Health Center
Dentist
WINNER: Suite Tooth Pediatrics
Suite Tooth Pediatrics in Stafford, VA offers gentle, comprehensive dental care for children ages 0–18. Led by Dr. Ashlee Kato, we foster a positive dental environment for both patients and parents.TOP PICKS
- Family First Dental
- Pediatric Dentistry of Fredericksburg
- Let's Smile Dental
- Baby2Teens Pediatric Dentistry
Primary Care Physician
WINNER: Cindy Marrow, M.D., Colonial Internal Medicine
Dr. Cindy Marrow has been practicing
Family Medicine in the Fredericksburg
and Stafford areas for 23 years. She
is honored by this recognition of her
dedication to her patient’s health and
wellbeing.
TOP PICKS
- Bethanne H. Elbert, M.D.
Colonial Internal Medicine
- Donna Gamache, M.D.
- Clifton Sheets, M.D.
PrimeCare Urgent and
Family Care
- Daniel Muldoon, MD, Mary Washington Primary Care
Certified Nurse Practitioner
WINNER: Jennifer Bodin, CFNP - Preferred Pediatrics
I’d like to thank all the families
who voted for me. It is such an
honor to be named Best Certified Nurse
Practitioner in Fredericksburg! I am
humbled that you place your faith and
trust in me.
TOP PICKS
- Kim McDonald, NP
ABC Pediatrics
- Courtney Miller, WHNP-BC, Mary Washington Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Kaitlin Pond
- Carla Lalota,
RICA Pediatrics
Individual Pediatrician
WINNER: Anne Bradshaw, M.D., ABC Pediatrics
I would like to thank all of our wonderful families for voting for our practice
and for me in the 2025 Family Favorites
Contest. It is a privilege to provide
medical care for our families!
Thank you!
TOP PICKS
- Roxanne M. Allegretti, M.D.
Kids First Pediatrics of Stafford
- Jacinta W. Topps, M.D.
- Linda Purcell, M.D.
Preferred Pediatrics
- Blair Ryland Lethbridge, DO, FAAP, Mary Washington Pediatrics
Birth Support
WINNER: Mary Washington Healthcare Midwifery Program
Mary Washington Healthcare Midwifery Program is
designed to provide holistic, comprehensive care from
pregnancy through birth and postpartum, ensuring you
have the support you need every step of the way.
TOP PICKS
- Courtney Miller, WHNP-BC, Mary Washington Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Tree of Life Midwifery
- Caroline Conneen, lactation consultant
Orthodontist
WINNER: Dr. Diana Almy, Fredericksburg Orthodontics
We are proud to offer
all our patients (children
and adults) several
treatment options with
flexible payment options
to fit their needs. Serving
the community for over
20 years.
TOP PICKS
- Dr. Matt Beecroft - Beecroft Orthodontics
- Let’s Smile Dental
- Dr. James Lupi - Lupi Orthodontics
- Dr. Matthew Caspersen - Rappahannock
Orthodontics
OB/GYN Practice
WINNER: Elite Gynecology and Wellness
Elite Gynecology and Wellness would like to thank all our patients
for voting for us as the best Women’s Health Practice. As one of
the only private practice groups in Fredericksburg, it fills us with
immense pride to be given this honor. We love the work we do
caring for the women of this area.
TOP PICKS
- Mary Washington Obstetrics & Gynocology
- New Beginnings OB/GYN
- Pratt Medical OB/GYN
Individual OB/GYN
WINNER: Dr. Zeenat Patel, Elite Gynecology and Wellness
I am so proud to be receiving this
award again this year. Although I
changed my focus to gynecology
only, it is heartwarming to know
that my patients still value what I
do. My staff and I saw a void that
needed to be filled, and we are
grateful that the women of this
area trust us with their care and
health.
TOP PICKS
- Dr. Tammy Leonard, Mary Washington Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Dr. Scott Walker
Pratt Healthcare OB/GYN
- Dr. Danielle Holmes, Mary Washington Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Dr. Leedylyn Stadulis, Mary Washington Obstetrics and Gynecology
Physical Therapy
WINNER: Mary Washington Physical Therapy
Mary Washington Physical Therapy offers advanced treatments, com
passionate support, and personalized care—helping each patient heal
faster, stronger, and with confidence. We’re honored to be your local
favorite!
TOP PICKS
- Hilltop Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy Associates
- Fusion Rehab and Wellness
- Fleming Therapy Fredericksburg
Chiropractor
TIE WINNER: Alive By Design Chiropractic Center
At Alive by Design Chiropractic Center, we care for everyone - from busy parents to pro strongmen, weekend warriors to Olympians. Expert, friendly care that keeps Fredericksburg moving well, lifting strong, and feeling great. Thank you for your continued support Fredericksburg.
TIE WINNER: Dr. Erica Heppe
Dr. Erica Heppe of Heppe Chiropractic is passionate about keeping Fredericksburg active—starting with its youngest residents. Specializing in pediatric chiropractic care, Dr. Heppe provides gentle, effective treatment for children and families in every season of life. A runner, mom, and community advocate, she brings energy and expertise to every adjustment.
TOP PICKS
- Dr. Craig Henzler
- Dr. Jeff Bowers
Optometrist
WINNER: Access Eye
Many thanks to Fredericksburg Parent
magazine and its readers for voting Access
Eye Optometrists Fredericksburg Favorite!
We couldn’t do it without our talented
and caring team of professionals. We are
grateful!
TOP PICKS
- Dr. Evan Silverstein
- Fields Family Eye Care
- Premier Eyecare
- Mary Washington Eye Care Center
Individual Allergist
WINNER: Nicholas Klaiber, M.D., Allergy Partners of Fredericksburg
It has been an honor and a privilege
to care for those in our community
with allergic and immunologic dis
orders. I thank you for trusting me
and the other providers at Allergy
Partners with your care. I look forward to future opportunities for
providing the best possible medical therapies to help my patients
overcome the challenges posed by
allergic diseases.
TOP PICKS
- Jonathan Posthumus, M.D. Allergy Partners of Fredericksburg
- Andrew Kim, Allergy and Asthma Centers of Fredericksburg
- Jonathan Mozena, Allergy Partners of Fredericksburg
Allergy Practice
WINNER: Allergy Partners of Fredericksburg
- Leaders in the evaluation and treatment of allergy and asthma
- Board-certified specialists in pediatric and adult allergy and immunology
- Three convenient locations serving Fredericksburg, Stafford and Spotsylvania
TOP PICKS
- Allergy & Asthma Centers of Fredericksburg
- The Virginia Center for Allergy & Asthma
Special Needs Resources
(Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Autism, Behavioral Therapy)WINNER: Helping Hands
Helping Hands
Pediatrics Therapy
Services has been
proudly serving our
community for over
20 years. We are
dedicated to keeping our therapeutic
interventions innovative, creative and collaborative. Thank you!
TOP PICKS
- Children’s Hospital of Richmond
- Paragon Autism Services
- Compass Counseling Services of Northern Virginia
YOGA
WINNER: Dragonfly Yoga
Dragonfly has two
separate studios (only
blocks apart) in historic
downtown Fredericks
burg. One for non-heated classes and one
exclusively for hot yoga.
Each studio offers a full
complement of classes
every day of the week.
TOP PICKS
- Rappahannock Area YMCA
- Sol to Sol Yoga
Gym/Personal Trainer
WINNER: Fit4Mom Fredericksburg
Fit4Mom Fredericksburg offers Stroller Strides and Body
Back fitness classes to women in all stages of motherhood.
Our Village includes fitness, playgroups, friendship, Mom’s
Nights and cute kids!